Airport Comparison
| SJO | WLD | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Juan Santamaria International Airport | Strother Field |
| IATA Code | SJO | WLD |
| ICAO Code | MROC | KWLD |
| City | San Jose | Winfield/Arkansas City |
| Country | Costa Rica | United States |
| Timezone | America/Costa_Rica | America/Chicago |
| Elevation | 3,021 ft | 1,160 ft |
| Coordinates | 9.990000, -84.210000 | 37.170000, -97.040000 |
San Jose (SJO) to Winfield/Arkansas City (WLD) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica to Strother Field (WLD) in Winfield/Arkansas City, United States is 3,285 kilometers (2,041 miles / 1,774 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying north northwest at a heading of 339°.
This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.
This is an international route connecting Costa Rica with United States. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 12:09 in San Jose, it's 12:09 in Winfield/Arkansas City.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,861 feet between the two airports. Strother Field sits lower than Juan Santamaria International Airport.
The return flight from Winfield/Arkansas City (WLD) to San Jose (SJO) follows a heading of 154° (south southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) and Strother Field (WLD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.